Recycling is now compulsory in Swindon as part of a drive to increase the amount of household waste that is reused. The change has been introduced to help protect the environment and move Swindon towards the Government target of 60 per cent recycling by 2029. It was agreed as part of the Council’s Waste Strategy… read more
The A-Level pass rate for students in Swindon has increased, according to provisional results published today (15 August). A total of 778 students received their results today and, of the 1,739 exam entries, 96.8 per cent were awarded a pass (A*-E), slightly up on last year’s figures (96.3 per cent). Although the proportion of A-Level… read more
Now that the schools have broken up and the summer is in full swing, you may be wondering how to keep the kids entertained for the next five weeks? Luckily for you we have organised a number of events across the town for the whole family to enjoy. For more take a look at the… read more
From Swindon Borough Council: I would like to notify you of a Ground Investigation Survey which is scheduled to take place at Hodson Embankment from Monday 16th September to Friday 27th September. In order for the survey to be carried out safely it will be carried out under a road closure, access will be maintained… read more
Around 80 children will be putting their summer holidays to good use when they take part in a free education programme from next week. Swindon Borough Council’s Young Wardens scheme, which is in its eleventh year, is a fun and educational, month-long programme of activities for the children of Council tenants. Aimed at children aged… read more
Gary Sumner: This Saturday I will have plans & information on sites in Wanborough and one in Badbury. I urge you to comment in the consultation 29/7 – 23/9.
Please see the below documents for a list of events taking place at Avebury and our other National Trust Wiltshire Landscape properties during the summer. As well as a new exhibition, walks and talks, there are lots of events organised for children over the holidays. What’s on in August PDF What’s on in September PDF
The sites visited in Chiseldon were at the Washpool managed by WARP and at the Butts Road cemetery managed by Chiseldon Parish Council, invited by WARP as part of the “Save Our Magnificent Meadows Initiative”
Bird Boxes have been made by the local Scouts group and are to be put up in the Washpool area.
Minutes of the Community Safety Forum meeting held on Thursday 4th July 2019 at 6.30pm at Hooper’s Field Sports Pavilion Present: Sgt Dave Tippetts, Cllr Derek Benfield, Cllr Lorraine Sandle, Cllr Val Curtis (Covingham PC), Cllr Gordon Wilson (Liddington PC), Cllr Paul Sunners (Chiseldon PC), Cllr Bob Biggs (Wanborough PC), Cllr Val Brodin (Bishopstone and… read more
Dear residents, We’re approaching the school summer holidays which is often the busiest time for police forces. To try and reduce the demands on our extremely busy community policing teams and call operators, we are asking you to help prevent crime, and save our time, by taking some simple steps to keep your home secure… read more
Chiseldon Oakleys Spar has been voted the best corner shop in Swindon by the readers of the Swindon Advertiser.
Tennis for children and adults through the Chiseldon Tennis Club Coaching Program 2019. For more information call 01793 331114 or email info@pktennis.co.uk Summer Tennis Camps during dates in July and August for 5 to 14 year olds. Drinks and snacks must be provided by the parents. Suitable clothing for out door activities is required. If… read more
A set of public engagement events are due to take place over the next few weeks to give people the chance to look at Swindon Borough Council’s plans for major road improvements. In order to facilitate the building of 8,000 new homes on land to the east of the A419, the Council is undertaking a… read more
Saturday, June 23rd saw the residents of Chiseldon Parish come together for the Holy Cross Church Fete. Thanks to the efforts of organisers and contributors, a good time was had by all. Permission has been given for all photos shown.
We are appealing for witnesses after an elderly couple were targeted in a distraction burglary in Swindon. The married couple, who are both in their 80s, were approached by a man at their home in Castleview Road, Chiseldon, at around 5.20pm on 1 July 2019. He warned them he had seen rats on their roof… read more
Thames Water will shortly be starting work in the area to replace our water pipes. The team will be on site from Monday 15 July and the work will be completed by Wednesday 6 November.
Families in Swindon are being asked to complete a survey to help the Council understand their childcare needs. Swindon Borough Council is working with national early year and childcare consultancy Hempsall’s to find out about parents and carers’ childcare needs across the borough. The work is being carried out to make sure that the future… read more
Notice is hereby given that by reason of an uncontested election on 2nd May 2019, a number of vacancies has occurred among the members of the Parish Council. Any person willing to fill this vacancy should apply to the Clerk in writing (email is acceptable) on or before Friday 9th August 2019. Applicants should be… read more
The Washpool restoration started in 2007. The stream was very much at the centre of village life over the centuries, with several cottages and a mill located along its length.